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Therapeutic Riding, Old Lyme, ConnecticutMon, 02 Mar 2015 18:47:07 +0000en-UShourly1Today is the last day to cast your ballot for High Hopes!http://highhopestr.org/2015/03/02/cast-your-ballot-for-high-hopes-in-the-essex-savings-banks-community-investment-program/
http://highhopestr.org/2015/03/02/cast-your-ballot-for-high-hopes-in-the-essex-savings-banks-community-investment-program/#commentsMon, 02 Mar 2015 15:43:20 +0000http://highhopestr.org/?p=4159If you are a customer of Essex Savings Bank, today, March 2nd, is the last day to cast your ballot for High Hopes Therapeutic Riding, Inc. in the Essex Savings Bank’s Community Investment Program.

Each year, the bank donates 10% of its after tax net income to non-profit organizations located within its service area. As an approved participant, High Hopes will receive a portion of the available funds based on the preferences of Essex Savings Bank customers and the number of votes we receive. Last year, because of your votes, we placed fourth out of 85 non-profit organizations on the ballot and received $2,268 – helping us provide much needed scholarship funding to our participants.

Please pick up a ballot at any branch of Essex Savings Bank and cast your vote for High Hopes to help us raise even more scholarship funds this year, and encourage your friends and family members to vote for High Hopes too. Thank you for your continued support!

Håstdans på Hovdala is a 60 minute film about a unique creation process. We’ll be showing this film on March 21 during the Chili open house between 11am and 1pm.

In July 2013, the American dance company, The Equus Projects, spent three weeks in a Swedish forest creating an evening length theatre work that brought together four dancers, four horses and a cast of Swedish performers with autism. Filmmaker David Fishel follows the progression of the creation process, the equine training, and the deepening connection that develops between the human and equine performers. The film premiered at Lincoln Center in February 2013.

Who Should Attend
Volunteer Managers/Coordinators
Non Profit Program Administrators
Anyone who wants to learn more about volunteer management

]]>http://highhopestr.org/2015/02/26/always-by-your-side-a-volunteer-management-workshop/feed/0Volunteer Enrichment Conference and Upcoming Seminarhttp://highhopestr.org/2015/02/18/volunteer-enrichment-conference-and-upcoming-seminar/
http://highhopestr.org/2015/02/18/volunteer-enrichment-conference-and-upcoming-seminar/#commentsWed, 18 Feb 2015 16:26:07 +0000http://highhopestr.org/?p=4201Thank you to all who attended the High Hopes Volunteer Enrichment Conference on Monday! It was a great day filled with professional speakers, delicious food, and new friends. Here are some of our favorite quotes from the day:

“If you don’t get going, nothing will happen!” – Marianne Pfeiffer, one of High Hopes founding volunteers on how the original volunteer corps developed the great mission we still carry out today.

“I learned a lot, met new people, and feel more involved in the volunteer community.” – A new volunteer.

“[The conference] gave me an understanding as to what the instructors are trying to accomplish.” – An attendee.

“Wonderful subjects. Great speakers!” – An attendee.

“It was all great! To learn so much for $10 was extraordinary and lunch was great.” – An attendee.

Equi-Yoga with Marty Whittle

If you couldn’t make it, we hope you’ll enjoy the pictures and plan to join us next year!

UPCOMING SEMINAR – SIGN UP TODAY!

We are excited to offer a free seminar, “Leadership for Volunteers,” on Sunday, February 22nd from 12-3, presented by Linda Ferraro, an Organizational Development professional who successfully works with Fortune 500 Corporations developing and implementing strategies to increase organizational performance through leadership coaching, development and team alignment. In this session we’ll explore style differences related to learning and working that impact our success in leading teams as well as in directing our own performance. We’ll also focus on influencing styles to use in all aspects of our lives, personal and professional. Email Megan at mellis@highhopestr.org or call (860)434-1974 to sign up.

Volunteer Enrichment Conference – February 16th – A full day of exciting educational offerings, and lunch is included. Register here.

Volunteer Leadership Seminar – February 22nd – Develop your leadership skills and learn techniques for working on a volunteer team and supporting new volunteers. Presented by Linda Ferraro. Email Megan at mellis@highhopestr.org to sign up.

Business, Development and Administration – February 12-13 – This two day workshop will help identify areas and plans for growth from the most basic mission, vision and values to governance, staffing, fundraising and marketing essentials.

Volunteer Management – May 7-8 – This seminar will provide proven strategies and techniques for recruiting, training, and retaining a corps of volunteers to support and enrich your organization.

]]>http://highhopestr.org/2015/02/05/did-you-know-high-hopes-offers-a-wide-selection-of-continuing-education-opportunities/feed/0Come One Bring All to the Chili Open Househttp://highhopestr.org/2015/01/30/come-one-bring-all-to-the-open-house/
http://highhopestr.org/2015/01/30/come-one-bring-all-to-the-open-house/#commentsFri, 30 Jan 2015 16:48:48 +0000http://highhopestr.org/?p=4127Come to High Hopes Therapeutic Riding in Old Lyme for an informative and delicious Open House on Saturday, March 21 from 11am to 1pm and learn about one of this country’s premier therapeutic riding centers.

Bring family, friends and neighbors to tour the barn, meet some of the horses and watch a therapeutic riding class in session. Learn how the High Hopes experience offers opportunities for skill development and achievement to individuals of all ages who face a multitude of challenges every day.

Looking to get involved, make new friends and make a difference? Learn about our volunteer program and see how you can help enrich the lives of others in a way that fits your busy schedule. We have openings for sidewalkers, office help, barn assistance, special event planning and more.

It’s not too early to think about summer and our camp staff will be on hand to talk about our 2015 summer camp programs.

Homemade refreshments, including chili with all the fixings, will be available. This open house is informal, child friendly, and your visit can be as long, or short, as your schedule allows. What could be more fun on a “chilly” winter day! High Hopes is located at 36 Town Woods Road in Old Lyme. Please RSVP by calling 860-434-1974 to help us in our chili-making planning. We hope to see you!

]]>http://highhopestr.org/2015/01/30/come-one-bring-all-to-the-open-house/feed/0Strategic Plan 2015-2019http://highhopestr.org/2015/01/29/strategic-plan-2015-2019/
http://highhopestr.org/2015/01/29/strategic-plan-2015-2019/#commentsThu, 29 Jan 2015 14:05:13 +0000http://highhopestr.org/?p=4080The High Hopes Board of Trustees has approved the Strategic Plan 2015-2019 and we are pleased to make a copy available here.

]]>http://highhopestr.org/2015/01/29/strategic-plan-2015-2019/feed/0LEARN 2 RIDE at High Hopeshttp://highhopestr.org/2014/11/26/learn-2-ride-at-high-hopes/
http://highhopestr.org/2014/11/26/learn-2-ride-at-high-hopes/#commentsWed, 26 Nov 2014 20:00:03 +0000http://highhopestr.org/?p=3538Individual lessons will be conducted on December 8, 9, 10, 11 and 16. Group ( 1 hour) or Private (1/2 hour) for $60 per lesson. Lesson Series are also available during the year. Contact Courtney Bernard at cbernard@highhopestr.org, (860) 434-1974 ext. 118 to learn more.
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http://highhopestr.org/2014/11/26/shop-smile-amazon-com-and-support-high-hopes/#commentsWed, 26 Nov 2014 14:56:59 +0000http://highhopestr.org/?p=3518When you shop on Amazon.com be sure to use our Amazon Smile link and Amazon will donate 0.5% of your purchase to High Hopes!